John and Jody Mintken are long- time, Grand County locals, with John owning and running The Artic Door Company and Jody owning and operating Channel 17 Mountain TV. They are also a true hockey family. Both John and their son have played hockey for decades, including on the Fraser league. John and Jody have recently become empty-nesters, with both their children away in college. Recently, their family received some devastating news as Jody was diagnosed with late-stage, rectal cancer. Being the fighters they are, the Mintken family has pulled together to battle this disease with everything they have. Jody also has a strong support group of women in her corner, where she is known as “Bass Ass Jody”. While she and John would never ask for help or start a “Go Fund Me” type campaign, there is no doubt that the ongoing chemotherapy and radiation treatments are not only taking a toll physically and emotionally, but also financially. With their dedication to Grand County, as well as their ties to the greater hockey community.
Please consider contributing to the Mintken family in the difficult time.